Loose Primary School
104%
Capacity
657
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Loose Primary School
Loose Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Maidstone community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 657 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Loose Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Trevor North, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7738th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 44 in Maidstone.
Loose Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 193 applications for 90 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Loose Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Maidstone, Loose Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Loose Road, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME15 9UW |
| Headteacher | Trevor North |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 657 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 657 / 630 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7738th of 13,686
Nationally
1109th of 2,034
In South East
27th of 44
In Maidstone
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
193
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Loose Road, Maidstone
Maidstone, ME15 9UW
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